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Hendrik Johannes Cruijff (25 April 1947 – 24 March 2016), commonly known as Johan Cruyff ( Dutch: [ˈjoːɦɑŋ ˈkrœyf] ⓘ ), was a Dutch professional football player and manager. Regarded as one of the greatest players in history and as the greatest Dutch footballer ever, he won the Ballon d'Or three times, in 1971, 1973, and 1974. [4] .
Mar 24, 2016 · Transfermarkt provides detailed information on Johan Cruyff, a former Dutch footballer and coach who played as an attacking midfielder. See his date of birth, death, position, club, caps, goals, and career stats for various competitions.
- Netherlands
- April 25, 1947
- Amsterdam
5 days ago · Johan Cruyff (born April 25, 1947, Amsterdam, Netherlands—died March 24, 2016, Barcelona, Spain) was a Dutch football (soccer) forward renowned for his imaginative playmaking. He won numerous honours, including European Footballer of the Year (1971, 1973, and 1974).
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Nov 7, 2022 · 7 November 2022. BBC Sport. By Alex Bysouth. BBC Sport. In the fourth of our World Cup icons series, BBC Sport tells the story of how Johan Cruyff and the Netherlands' Total Football captured...
Mar 24, 2016 · Netherlands footballing great Johan Cruyff has died of cancer aged 68. Cruyff, who made his name as a forward with Ajax and Barcelona, was European footballer of the year three times.
Mar 24, 2016 · Johan Cruyff, one of the all-time greats, has died aged 68. We salute a legend who never waivered from his commitment to entertaining the public with his unique brand of football.
Mar 25, 2016 · A tribute to the late Dutch legend who revolutionised the game with his skills, style and philosophy. Learn about his achievements as a player and coach for Ajax, Barcelona and the Netherlands, and his famous 'Cruyff turn'.
